presidence

noun

pres·​i·​dence
ˈprez(ə)dən(t)s
plural -s
1
: the action or fact of presiding : direction, superintendence
by the presidence and guidance of an unseen governing powerWilliam Wollaston
2
: presidency sense 1a
preserve both the senate and the presidenceP. G. Hamerton

Word History

Etymology

Middle French, office of president, from Medieval Latin praesidentia

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“Presidence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/presidence. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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